Personal Data of Millions of Texas Hunting and Fishing License Holders Stolen in Cyber Attack

Texas Parks and Wildlife is responding to a cyber attack that may have exposed personal data of millions of Texas hunting and fishing license holders. The Texas Cyber Command said it identified a breach involving the third-party provider that manages the TPWD licensing database. Security analysts estimated that information for upwards of about three million people who bought regional hunting and fishing permits could have been accessed. The Stolen Information Investigators said the accessible data included state driver’s license details, passport numbers (when provided), phone numbers, active email accounts, and confirmed residential addresses. Authorities said there is no indication social security numbers, exact dates of birth, or credit card information were taken, and records for license holders under 18 were not obtained. TPWD is offering a free 12-month credit-monitoring subscription, with enrollment due by September 14, 2026, while license sales continue on schedule.